Healthcare

Gov't to factor in Consumer Council report in healthcare price transparency

The Council made five key recommendations to improve price transparency.

CK Life Sciences to post $126.6m loss in 2024

It was due to increased research and development investments.

Hong Kong applies tax deduction for assisted reproductive services

The maximum deduction allowable for a year of assessment is $100,000.

HKIC, New Frontier Group partner to drive GBA medical innovation

One of the key focuses is fostering AI-driven healthcare technologies.

Waterpipe tobacco won't be banned: Health bureau

This was in response to a report which claimed that the government is considering a ban.

Nearly 15% of HK adults lag in physical activity: report

However, the health department noted an improvement in inactivity levels compared to 2020-22.

Hospital Authority begins recruitment for new chief executive

The initiative follows Dr Tony Ko's decision not to seek reappointment when his term ends in July.

Gov’t to streamline approval of traditional Chinese medicines for oral use

It will apply to traditional pCms used in Hong Kong for more than 15 years.

Hong Kong launches new dedicated nurse clinic, allied health services

These form part of its Chronic Disease Co-Care Pilot Scheme.

Hong Kong eyes medical innovation with new key initiatives

One goal is to create a ‘GBA Clinical Trial Collaboration Platform’.

New dental registration rules to take effect in April

Starting 1 April, local dental graduates must complete a one-year internship with provisional registration.

PolyU researchers develop self-stimulated mechanism for ejecting freezing droplets

This requires no external energy input and can work against gravity and wind.

Gleneagles HK and Varian partner to promote radiation oncology training

The collaboration has progressed with the establishment of a new training centre.

Lab reports now available in eHealth app

This allows users to access their records anytime.